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Sustainability Evaluation and Impact in Urban Environments

Name: Sustainability Evaluation and Impact in Urban Environments
Price: 5946 INR

This course is part of Arquitectura sostenible: Evaluación interdisciplinar.

Course Cost

₹ 5,946

Intermediate

Skill Level

5 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Sustainable Architecture: Interdisciplinary Assessment program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.

Elena de la Poza-Plaza

Javier Orozco-Messana

Spanish

Elena de la Poza-Plaza

Javier Orozco-Messana

What you'll learn

Assess a city's sustainability performance using comprehensive evaluation frameworks

Develop models for analyzing and evaluating urban sustainability policies

Understand the dimensions of urban sustainability and their relationship to climate change

Apply scientific tools like nanomaterials and green infrastructure to urban environments

Implement impact assessment techniques for the built environment

Utilize city modeling methods including BIM and Life Cycle Analysis

Develop circular city concepts for sustainable urban planning

Skills you'll gain

Urban Sustainability

Impact Assessment

Built Environment

Green Infrastructure

Life-Cycle Assessment

Building Information Modeling

Integrated Design

Nanomaterials

Metabolism

Circular Cities

This course includes:

20 Hours PreRecorded video

Assessments not specified

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There are 5 modules in this course

This comprehensive five-week course explores the fundamental elements and current trends for conducting a thorough assessment of urban sustainability. The curriculum begins with an introduction to the dimensions of urban sustainability, featuring insights from Nobel Laureates on climate change and nanoscience. Students then explore scientific tools available for sustainable cities, including nanomaterials, green infrastructure, and smart grids. The course progresses through impact assessment frameworks, integrated design approaches, and city modeling techniques like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Life Cycle Analysis (LCA). The final week presents the paradigm of circular cities and analyzes the University of British Columbia's Sustainability Plan as a case study. Throughout the course, students develop practical tools for analyzing the impact of urban sustainability policies and creating comprehensive evaluation models for the built environment.

Dimensions for urban sustainability

Module 1

This module introduces the fundamental dimensions and principles of urban sustainability through a comprehensive review of classic sustainability concepts. It includes a keynote address on climate change by Nobel Laureate Edward S. Rubin and concludes with an interview with the late Nobel Laureate Sir Harold Kroto on nanoscience and its applications to sustainable urban development.

Skills you'll gain

Sustainability Analysis

Climate Change Understanding

Interdisciplinary Approaches

Tools for developing a sustainable urban environment

Module 2

This module explores the scientific tools available for creating sustainable cities. It examines the potential of nanomaterials in urban construction and design, analyzes the impact of green infrastructure on city metabolism, and investigates the role of smart grids in energy distribution for future cities.

Skills you'll gain

Green Infrastructure Planning

Nanomaterial Applications

Smart Grid Management

Evaluation and assessment

Module 3

This module covers the core concepts and methodologies for impact assessment and analysis of the built environment. It develops the theoretical framework for evaluation, followed by an exploration of the Integrated Design approach necessary for comprehensive impact assessment and evaluation of urban sustainability initiatives.

Skills you'll gain

Impact Assessment

Theoretical Framework Analysis

Integrated Design Approach

City models

Module 4

This module presents the main city modeling techniques to understand their essence and practical applications. It begins with a detailed approach to Building Information Modeling (BIM), continues with the predominant Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) methodologies, and concludes with an economic perspective through the development of business models for sustainable urban environments.

Skills you'll gain

Building Information Modeling

Life Cycle Analysis

Business Model Development

Circular cities

Module 5

This module presents the paradigm of the circular city as the ultimate sustainable urban model. It explores the foundational concepts of circular economies as applied to urban environments, develops the proposed Circular City model, and analyzes a real-world case study of the Sustainability Plan implemented at the University of British Columbia in Canada.

Skills you'll gain

Circular Economy Principles

Sustainability Planning

Case Study Analysis

Fee Structure

Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Arquitectura sostenible: Evaluación interdisciplinar

Payment options

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These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

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Elena de la Poza-Plaza

Dr. Elena de la Poza serves as Associate Professor in Finance and Economics at Universitat Politècnica de València, where she earned her PhD in Finance in 2008. Her research focuses on sustainability, business impact assessment, and financial modeling, with significant contributions to understanding universities' roles in sustainable development. As Project Manager and Scientific Program Co-Director of the SEED 2024 International Conference on Sustainable Energy Education, she demonstrates her commitment to advancing sustainable education initiatives. Her current work includes leading research on corporate social responsibility transparency, sustainability rankings, and the financial performance of companies in relation to their environmental commitments. Her impact is evidenced through over 25 refereed research papers and 45 congress participations, with recent publications focusing on universities' reporting on SDGs and the sustainability of FinTech companies. Beyond her academic duties in financial, business, and entrepreneurship courses, she actively promotes regional sustainable development through her role in the CoVE SEED project, working to create a learning community focused on renewable energies in the Valencia Community.

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Javier Orozco-Messana

Dr. Javier Orozco-Messana serves as Associate Professor at Universitat Politècnica de València while holding the position of Director for International Affairs at UPV. Born in Valencia in 1962, his career spans both industry and academia, with a consistent focus on R&D and education. His research interests center on materials science, building sustainability, and energy innovation, particularly in developing sustainable urban environments and innovative building materials. As a leading expert in materials science and ceramics, he has contributed significantly to understanding how efficient energy use in urban environments can reduce carbon emissions. His academic impact is evidenced through his role as guest editor for multiple special issues focused on building sustainability and materials innovation, while his research has garnered over 290 citations. He currently leads initiatives in advanced architecture materials, focusing on bio-based composites, recycled materials, and low-carbon alternatives to reduce environmental impact. His work extends to promoting sustainability in higher education, demonstrating his commitment to integrating sustainable development practices into academic institutions' core missions.

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Dai Morgan

Dai Morgan is a leading figure in sustainable engineering and manufacturing at the University of Cambridge, where he serves as the Deputy Course Director for the MPhil in Engineering for Sustainable Development. His academic credentials include a Masters Degree in Manufacturing Engineering and a PhD from Cambridge, where his research focused on innovative polymer recycling processes and materials applications. As a key researcher at the EPSRC Centre for Innovative Manufacturing in Industrial Sustainability, Morgan has developed groundbreaking approaches to industrial sustainability, particularly focusing on how manufacturers can improve their operations and decision-making processes while promoting sustainable outcomes. His expertise spans across manufacturing efficiency, sustainable design processes, and supplier relationship management, with a particular emphasis on helping organizations transition toward more environmentally conscious operations without compromising productivity. Through his work with the PrISMS programme and various sustainability initiatives, he has helped numerous SMEs enhance their business operations while reducing both costs and environmental impact. Morgan's research interests extend to investigating how industrial systems can meet global needs while respecting planetary boundaries, and he has been instrumental in developing educational programs that integrate sustainability principles into engineering practice. His contributions to the field include significant work on non-labor productivity improvements, sustainable design methodologies, and the development of frameworks for assessing and implementing sustainable manufacturing practices.

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Ana María Gonzálvez

Ana María Gonzálvez, born in Valencia in 1965, is an Associate Professor at Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) who has dedicated her career to language education and classical studies. Her academic work bridges ancient and modern pedagogical approaches, drawing inspiration from Greek and Roman educational principles to develop innovative teaching methodologies. As a language instructor specializing in Latin and Spanish, she divides her time between high school education and university-level teaching at UPV. Her research focuses on integrating classical teaching principles with modern educational needs, particularly in language acquisition and pedagogy. Through her collaboration at UPV, she contributes to the development of new teaching methodologies and participates in sustainability-focused educational initiatives, working to enhance language learning approaches through technology-enhanced methods and traditional classical principles.

Intermediate

Skill Level

5 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

₹ 5,946

Completion

CERTIFICATE